Podcasts about hangar flying

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Connor are joined by Skip Holm, a highly accomplished Air Force fighter pilot, Skunk Works test pilot, air show and race pilot, and movie pilot.   The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow aviation enthusiasts. The podcast features EAA and […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — Race Pilot Skip Holm first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Connor are joined by Skip Holm, a highly accomplished Air Force fighter pilot, Skunk Works test pilot, air show and race pilot, and movie pilot.   The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow aviation enthusiasts. The podcast features EAA and […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — Race Pilot Skip Holm first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Hal and Chris are joined by Jeff Kilponen, EAA Lifetime 71124, who was a ferry pilot for the legendary Eagles Aerobatic Team, which was composed of Christen Eagle aircraft and featured air show pilots Charlie Hillard, Tom Poberezny, and Gene Soucy. The Green Dot is a podcast created […] The post The Green Dot — Eagles Aerobatic Team Ferry Pilot Jeff Kilponen first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Hal and Chris are joined by Jeff Kilponen, EAA Lifetime 71124, who was a ferry pilot for the legendary Eagles Aerobatic Team, which was composed of Christen Eagle aircraft and featured air show pilots Charlie Hillard, Tom Poberezny, and Gene Soucy. The Green Dot is a podcast created […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — Eagles Aerobatic Team Ferry Pilot Jeff Kilponen first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Hal are joined by Ronak Dave, who is a flight director with NASA at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, and spoke at the EAA Aviation Museum as part of Space Day 2024. The post EAA's The Green Dot — NASA Flight Director Ronak Dave first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Hal are joined by Ronak Dave, who is a flight director with NASA at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, and spoke at the EAA Aviation Museum as part of Space Day 2024. The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — NASA Flight Director Ronak Dave first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Holly are joined by Boom Supersonic's chief flight test engineer, Nick Sheryka, EAA 856196, to discuss the company's XB-1 demonstrator aircraft, which is part of the development of the Boom Overture supersonic airliner. The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — Boom Supersonic Chief Flight Test Engineer Nick Sheryka first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Holly are joined by Boom Supersonic's chief flight test engineer, Nick Sheryka, EAA 856196, to discuss the company's XB-1 demonstrator aircraft, which is part of the development of the Boom Overture supersonic airliner. The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — Boom Supersonic Chief Flight Test Engineer Nick Sheryka first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Ike are joined by Amy and Jim Lauria of the Commemorative Air Force Minnesota Wing to discuss the North American B-25J Miss Mitchell. The post EAA's The Green Dot — Discussing B-25J Miss Mitchell first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Ike are joined by Amy and Jim Lauria of the Commemorative Air Force Minnesota Wing to discuss the North American B-25J Miss Mitchell.   The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow aviation enthusiasts. The podcast features EAA and aviation news, […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — Discussing B-25J Miss Mitchell first appeared on Hangar Flying.

Juan Browne has flown everything from Air Force jets to vintage biplanes, but he's best known for his accident analysis channel on YouTube, blancolirio. In this wide-ranging episode, he describes his unique approach to researching crashes and explains why he thinks all pilots can learn from others' misfortunes. Juan also talks about his varied flying career, including fighting fires with the US Forest Service, flying C-141s all around the world, and life as an international airline pilot. In the Ready to Copy segment, Juan tells us what he's changed his mind about since starting his channel, flying the open-cockpit Waco, and the best place to eat in Sydney, Australia. SHOW LINKS: Blancolirio on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@blancolirio Juan Browne on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/787639 Sporty's Pilot Training+ membership: https://sportys.com/pilottraining

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Hal and Tom are joined by Jeremy Desruisseaux, EAA's director of flight proficiency programs, to talk about EAA's Pilot Proficiency Center, which opened to the public in 2022. The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow aviation enthusiasts. The podcast features EAA and […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — EAA Director of Flight Proficiency Jeremy Desruisseaux first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Hal and Tom are joined by Jeremy Desruisseaux, EAA's director of flight proficiency programs, to talk about EAA's Pilot Proficiency Center, which opened to the public in 2022. The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow aviation enthusiasts. The podcast features EAA and […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — EAA Director of Flight Proficiency Jeremy Desruisseaux first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, host Chris is joined by AC-208 pilot Dan Jackson, who flew the experimental Combat Caravan as a member of the 6th Special Operations Squadron, Air Force Special Operations Command. The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow aviation enthusiasts. The podcast features EAA and […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — AC-208 Pilot Dan Jackson first appeared on Hangar Flying.

In this episode of Hangar Flying with Smokehouse Pilots, host Gabe Muller interviews Sam Sessler, creator of the Hangar app. Sam shares his aviation background and the inspiration behind Hangar, a social platform for pilots inspired by the running app Strava. Launched in March 2024, Hangar combines flight tracking, social sharing, and safety features, gaining around 4,500 users. Sam discusses the challenges of developing the app without prior coding experience, emphasizing the importance of user experience and onboarding. He outlines future goals, including widespread adoption among general aviation pilots and continued feature improvements. The app has partnered with Log10 for logbook integration. Sam reflects on his entrepreneurial journey and the app's potential impact on the aviation community, particularly in connecting new pilots. The episode provides insights into the fusion of aviation and technology, showcasing innovative ways for pilots to connect and share experiences. Key Takeaways: The Hangar app combines flight tracking, social sharing, and safety features for pilots. Sam developed the app without prior coding experience, learning as he went. The app has gained approximately 4,500 users since launching in March 2024. Hangar has partnered with Log10 for logbook integration. User experience and onboarding have been crucial challenges in developing the app. Sound Bites: "It's kind of like a Life 360 for pilots or like a Find My iPhone for pilots." - Sam Sessler "I would like to see most GA pilots in the nation on it, at least the ones... I know my grandpa would never use it." - Sam "If I were to show myself the app back when I was working in a totally different industry, doing nothing like I'm doing right now, didn't know how to build an app... I would be blown away." - Sam "The user experience of how people come onto the app... it's almost like a, there's a science to it. And if you don't have it right, people are instantly going to stop using your app." - Sam "I think it's really neat because again, at the end of the day, there's a lot, as you know, of pilot communities and forums and things out there where it's just flooded with stuff that it's kind of hard to cut through the noise." - Gabe Muller Important Information: Website: FlyHanger.com Instagram: @FlyHangerApp Sam's personal Instagram: @SuperCubSam The app is available in app stores Hangar offers a free version and a $5/month pro subscription https://www.smokehousepilots.com/

This episode of Hangar Flying, a Smokehouse Pilots podcast, features an interview with Kurt Muller at Sun 'n Fun. Kurt discusses his various aviation roles, including being an aircraft sales representative for American Champion Aircraft and his involvement with Tribute Aviation, a nonprofit organization he founded. Kurt shares his experiences flying different aircraft, from Challengers to Stearmans, and his military background as a Naval Flight Officer. He explains the mission of Tribute Aviation, which aims to provide flight experiences to military veterans, particularly those from the post-9/11 era who may be dealing with readjustment issues. Kurt also touches on his current job as a Challenger pilot for FlexJet and his past experiences in the Navy and Air Force. Sound Bites: "When you're up in a Stearman open cockpit biplane, it's just a very visceral experience and you're looking at it's just a complete change in your look on life." "At the beginning of the day, I don't know where I'm going to end the day. And I'll fly into 5,000 foot strips and stuff in a big jet. And that's just, you know, it's as challenging as a pilot." "It's the wind in the hair, the smell of the oil and the gas and grass because it's open. I mean, you can smell everything and feel it and it's just very visceral." "These guys love it. And it seems like it's almost kind of, you know, because the plane was a veteran and then found a new life in a civilian world. And so I think that really translates." 5 Key Takeaways: 1. Community and networking in aviation can lead to meaningful opportunities and impact. 2. Vintage aircraft experiences can have therapeutic effects on veterans dealing with readjustment issues. 3. Diverse flying experiences, from military aircraft to corporate jets and vintage planes, can enhance a pilot's skills and versatility. 4. Nonprofits like Tribute Aviation play a crucial role in giving back to the veteran community through aviation. 5. The symbolism of repurposed military aircraft resonates with veterans, representing their own transition to civilian life. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Hanger Flying Podcast 00:31 Kurt Muller at Sun and Fun 01:01 Aircraft Sales and Experiences 03:48 Tributive Aviation: Giving Back to Veterans 10:17 Flying Experiences: Challenger vs. Stearman 15:31 Conclusion and Future Events Links: https://tribute-aviation.com/ https://www.smokehousepilots.com/

This episode of Hangar Flying with Smokehouse Pilots features an interview with Kala Bailey, a young aspiring pilot, and includes insights from James, an experienced airline pilot with Southwest Airlines. The conversation takes place at Sun 'n Fun, an aviation event where Kala is volunteering. Kala, who has logged nine flight hours, shares her journey towards becoming a commercial airline pilot. She received a scholarship from AOPA's James C. Ray Foundation, which covers part of her training costs in exchange for volunteer work. Kala is currently training in a Piper Warrior at Flight Training 101 based at Winter Haven Airport. James, a Southwest Airlines pilot, joins the conversation to offer advice and share his own career path. He started his aviation journey in college, gradually accumulating ratings and experience before becoming an airline pilot. James emphasizes the importance of seizing every opportunity to fly and network within the aviation community. Kala expresses her goal to complete her private pilot's license before turning 18 and seeks advice on maintaining her skills between high school and college. The conversation highlights the importance of networking, continuous learning, and passion in pursuing an aviation career. Sound Bites "Every time I fly, I remember that point where I was taking off into my Discovery flight. It's just like, it's a blessing." - Kala Bailey "It's the best job in the world. I love my job. Every day, it's not like going to work. It's what I go to do to have fun." - James, Southwest Airlines pilot "I would find every opportunity you can to fly, whether you're actually flying or you're riding with someone, get in airplanes, meet people, network, and every opportunity you get a chance to log an hour, build your time." - James "When I was in that plane, every other career seemed mediocre. I knew I wanted to be a pilot." - Kala Bailey Takeaways: Scholarships and volunteer work can significantly support aspiring pilots in their training journey. Networking and community involvement are crucial for career advancement in aviation. Continuous learning and seizing every opportunity to fly are essential for skill development and career progression. A discovery flight can be a life-changing experience that ignites a passion for aviation. The path to becoming an airline pilot involves multiple stages, including education, accumulating flight hours, and obtaining various ratings. Important Information and links: AOPA offers scholarships like the James C. Ray Foundation Scholarship, which can help fund flight training. Flight Training 101 at Winter Haven Airport is mentioned as a training facility. Southeastern Oklahoma State University offers a degree in aviation, which can be beneficial for aspiring pilots. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University offers aviation camps that can introduce young people to flying. AOPA (Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association): www.aopa.org Smokehouse Pilots: www.smokehousepilots.com

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Tom and Chris discuss the history of MASH, or Mobile Army Surgical Hospitals, and their use in the Korean War, as well as the long-running TV series that focused on a MASH unit in South Korea during the war. The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — Mobile Army Surgical Hospitals first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Hal and Chris are joined by Jim Busha, EAA's vice president of publications, membership, and retail, to talk about his latest book, Bazooka Charlie: The Unbelievable Story of Major Charles Carpenter and Rosie the Rocketer. The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — Discussing Bazooka Charlie first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Tom and Chris are joined by Tom Cooper, a retired commanding officer in the U.S. Coast Guard, to discuss some of the life-saving missions he completed as an H-65 helicopter pilot. The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow aviation enthusiasts. The podcast […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — U.S. Coast Guard Pilot Tom Cooper first appeared on Hangar Flying.

Smokehouse Pilots is a social aviation club that organizes flyouts, speakouts, and has a podcast. They aim to connect people in the aviation community and create opportunities for impact. The organization has members from various aviation backgrounds and plans flyouts to different locations. They also bring in speakers for their speakouts, both in-person and virtually. The podcast, called Hangar Flying with Smokehouse Pilots, is a new venture for them. They have partnered with aviation organizations like AOPA and EAA and have plans for future events and activities. Takeaways Smokehouse Pilots is a social aviation club that connects people in the aviation community. They organize flyouts to different locations and bring in speakers for their speakouts. They have launched a podcast called Hangar Flying with Smokehouse Pilots. They have partnered with aviation organizations like AOPA and EAA. They have plans for future events and activities. Sound Bites "Aviation plus community equals opportunity and impact." "Our goal is to really just try to get people connected and just stay true to our mission." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Smokehouse Pilots 01:22 Flyouts and Community Building 01:52 Speakouts and the Hangar Flying Podcast 05:25 Partnerships with AOPA and EAA 09:41 Future Events and Plans https://www.smokehousepilots.com/

On today's episode of Hangar Flying with Smokehouse Pilots, Jana Lee shares her experience as a wing walker at the Flying Circus Air Show in Bealton, Virginia. She talks about the history of wing walking and her fascination with it. Jana also discusses the trust and relationship between wing walkers and pilots, as well as her upcoming speaking engagements and book launch. Takeaways The Flying Circus Air Show in Bealton, Virginia is a unique and authentic experience with vintage aircraft and a 1940s atmosphere. Wing walking is a thrilling and intense activity that requires trust between the wing walker and pilot. Jana Lee has been wing walking for almost 20 years and has worked with multiple pilots. She will be speaking at the Sun and Fun museum and launching her new book, 'The Adventures of the Old Crow Biplane: The Wing Walker.' Sound Bites "The Flying Circus Air Show is an amazing place that is unique to anywhere in the world." "Wing walking originated when Omar Locklear fixed something on his airplane and got out of the cockpit." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Flying Circus Air Show 02:19 The Vintage Atmosphere of the Flying Circus Air Show 04:53 The History of Wing Walking 06:11 The Thrill and Intensity of Wing Walking 08:26 The Trust Between Wing Walkers and Pilots 10:42 Jana Lee's Book Launch and Speaking Engagements https://www.flyingcircusairshow.com/ https://www.smokehousepilots.com/

On today's episode of Hangar Flying, James Lindsey and Smokehouse Pilots member Brent Anderson sit down with Kathy Nicoson from EarthX Batteries and discuss the benefits of EarthX Batteries in aviation and other industries. EarthX Batteries are 80% lighter than lead acid batteries and last two to three times longer. They also have a built-in brain that can communicate with the pilot and provide warnings about battery voltage. The cost benefit of EarthX Batteries comes over time, as they have a longer lifespan. Brent, a customer of EarthX Batteries, shares his positive experience with the batteries in his RV6A experimental aircraft. EarthX Batteries are also used in Indy 500 race cars, drones, and power sports. Takeaways EarthX Batteries are 80% lighter than lead acid batteries and last two to three times longer. They have a built-in brain that can communicate with the pilot and provide warnings about battery voltage. The cost benefit of EarthX Batteries comes over time, as they have a longer lifespan. Customers have reported positive experiences with EarthX Batteries in various applications, including aviation, Indy 500 race cars, drones, and power sports. Sound Bites "EarthX as far as a business aviation is a very big part of what we do." "We can actually communicate to the pilot in the cockpit if something's outside of normal with the battery." "Tremendous weight savings, which is a really big deal." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of EarthX Booth at Sun and Fun 01:00 The Advantages of EarthX Batteries in Aviation 03:20 The Cost Benefit of EarthX Batteries 05:16 Customer Testimonials: EarthX Batteries in Various Applications 06:16 Conclusion https://earthxbatteries.com/ https://www.smokehousepilots.com/

This time on The Green Dot, host Chris is joined by Rose Dorcey, John Dorcey, and Dan Silvers of the Wisconsin Aviation Hall of Fame to discuss the organization's project to digitize and preserve the impressive photography collection of Leo J. Kohn, who was a pivotal figure in Wisconsin aviation history and played a key role in the formation of EAA in 1953. For more information on the project, visit https://www.wahf.org/kohn/. The post EAA's The Green Dot — Wisconsin Aviation Hall of Fame first appeared on Hangar Flying.

In this episode, Gabe, Adrienne, and James share their experiences from the third day at SUN 'n FUN, one of the world's largest aviation events. Despite the rain and the cancellation of the airshow, they had the opportunity to connect with fellow aviators from diverse backgrounds, exchange knowledge, and even recruit a new mentor pilot. From engaging with STEM flight enthusiasts to trying out VR flight simulators, Gabe, Adrienne, and James explored the vibrant aviation community, fostered connections and celebrated the passion for flight. Memorable Quotes: "That is a perfect example of why we want to do those things so that we can meet people like that and hopefully share your knowledge or the knowledge that they're looking for that could be helpful, right?" - Emphasizing the importance of connecting and sharing knowledge within the aviation community. Chapters: 1. Introduction: Welcome to Hangar Flying (0:00 - 0:31) 2. Recapping the Day: STEM Flight Presentations and Meeting Fellow Aviators (0:31 - 2:50) 3. Embracing Diverse Connections: Meeting People from Around the World (2:50 - 3:40) 4. Exploring Aviation Experiences: VR Flight Simulators and More (3:40 - 4:20) 5. Gratitude and Looking Ahead: Appreciating the Community and Anticipating Tomorrow (4:20 - 4:50)

Chris Hill is the senior director of safety for Vertical Aviation International — formerly, HAI. In his role, Chris seeks out new ways to promote and adhere to safety culture. In this conversation, Chris and I will examine the importance of open dialogue in safety; why we should feel motivated to share the lessons we've learned from our shortcomings, and withhold judgement from others doing the same. 

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Sam are joined by retired Lt. Col. John Larrison, EAA 23138, who flew some of the first A-1 Skyraider missions over Southeast Asia at the start of the Vietnam War. The post EAA's The Green Dot — A-1 Skyraider Pilot John Larrison first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Hal and Chris are joined by Taigh Ramey, EAA 288520, a noted warbird pilot and restorer who served as an aviation advisor on the Apple TV+ miniseries Masters of the Air. The post EAA's The Green Dot — Masters of the Air Advisor Taigh Ramey first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Margaret are joined by Lt. Col. (ret.) Tammy Barlette, who flew the A-10, T-37, T-38, MQ-1, and MQ-9 while in the Air Force and following retirement founded Athena's Voice, a speaker referral business featuring female military pilots from around the U.S. The post EAA's The Green Dot — USAF Fighter Pilot Tammy Barlette first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Hal and Tom are joined by longtime air show performer Matt Younkin, EAA 864693, to chat about his path in aviation and what it's like to fly a Beech 18 in front of thousands of people. The post EAA's The Green Dot — Air Show Performer Matt Younkin first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Hal and Chris are joined by Dr. Brett Hoffman, a senior member of the University of Wisconsin Missing in Action Recovery and Identification Project, which is focused on the mission of identifying, recovering, and bringing home the remains of U.S. service members. The post EAA's The Green Dot — MIA Recovery Archaeologist Dr. Brett Hoffman first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Hal and Chris are joined by pilot, astronaut, and entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, EAA Lifetime 876775, who commanded the SpaceX Inspiration4 spaceflight in 2021 and will lead the upcoming Polaris Dawn mission. The post EAA's The Green Dot — Polaris Dawn Commander Jared Isaacman first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Hal are joined by Capt. Greg Wooldridge, the Blue Angels' commander in 1991-92, and Mat Garretson, who is the print historian for the Blue Angels Association. The post EAA's The Green Dot — Blue Angels Panel first appeared on Hangar Flying.

Treat Williams is an actor, writer and passionate aviator who has appeared on film, stage and television in over 120 credits. He first became well known for his starring role in the 1979 musical film Hair, and later also starred in films including Prince of the City, Once Upon a Time in America, The Late Shift, 127 Hours, 1941, DB Cooper and so many more. His current roles include Chesapeake Shores (where he plays a pilot), Blue Bloods, We Own This City. And he is currently filming a new production that will air on the FX Network: Capote's Women. He has been flying for over 50 years, having owned a bunch of different aircraft including a Navajo Chieftain, a T6 Texan and his current (and perhaps ideal) hangar combination of a Piper Cub and Aztec. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

This time on EAA’s The Green Dot, the crew goes around the virtual table and takes turns hangar flying to various favorite airports around North America, describing amenities, nearby sights, and fond memories from days gone by.

Kent and I are sequestered in our respective locations at SARS-CoV-2 sweeps the nation, so we thought we'd record a podcast episode.

Major General John Borling has flown the f-4, F-16, SR-71, U-2, B-52 and B-2. In this episode, General Borling shares another hangar flying story you're going to love!

Major General John Borling has flown the f-4, F-16, SR-71, U-2, B-52 and B-2. In this episode, General Borling shares a hangar flying story you're going to love!

David and Derek discuss various ways to save money on flight training.

He had no intention of making the Air Force a career when he entered the service as a graduate of the San Diego State College ROTC program in 1957. But, Merrill “Tony” McPeak would go on to become the 14th Chief of Staff of the Air Force and retire as a 4-star general, closing out a career that included flying 269 combat missions in Vietnam and flying with the Air Force’s elite aerobatic team, the Thunderbirds. His experience in Vietnam is well-chronicled in the recent Ken Burns documentary, “The Vietnam War,” on which General McPeak worked as a technical advisor, ensuring utmost accuracy throughout the film and that the documentary told the complete story of all sides affected by the war in Vietnam. In this episode, General McPeak speaks to that roll, as well as some of the lighter-hearted moments flying combat missions in Vietnam, and his encounter with President George H.W. Bush when he was in office. Check it all out on our 2019 inaugural episode of HAZARD GROUND! www.generalmcpeak.com | “Hangar Flying” | “Below The Zone” | “Roles and Missions”?? Do your Amazon shopping with us, and give back to veterans organizations at the same time! Go to www.hazardground.com, click on the Amazon banner on the home page, and do your Amazon shopping from there. IT COSTS YOU NOTHING, and it helps the show out tremendously! THE BEST PART IS we’ll be donating proceeds from this partnership to the vet organizations featured on this podcast. So help us out, help out these great organizations, and head over to hazardground.com and click on the Amazon banner today, and shop away! Support the podcast by supporting our sponsors at www.hazardground.com/sponsors! Help grow the show! Spread the word, tell a friend!! Subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes!

EAA’s The Green Dot crew sat down with EAA Flight Training Manager Joe Norris to swap some of their favorite flying stories.

In this episode of the Mandatory Fun podcast, Blake speaks formerAir Force Chief of Staff General Merrill A. McPeak who served as a military adviser to the secretary of defense, National Security Council, and the president. He’s also a career fighter pilot with more than 6,000 hours under his belt, including time as a solo pilot with the elite Thunderbirds. The General's book Hangar Flying is about his time being ringside during one of the most tumultuous times in recent history as an attack pilot and high-speed forward air controller over Vietnam. In this episode, we talk on a wide-range of topics including: [1:35] The Mandatory Fun crew introduces General McPeak and his epic resume. [4:00] How allied troops managed to set traps on their North Vietnamese enemy. [7:00] The general discusses what it was like kicking off Operation Desert Storm. [10:30] The reasons behind why air doctrine changed since the Vietnam War ended. [13:45] The general breaks down the stats of the fighter pilots who have been shot down. [21:00] What it's like flying in an Air Force air show in front of political VIPs. [28:50] What influences the general had on Ken Burn's PBS Vietnam documentary and what it was like working with the filmmaking legend. [34:35] How the Air Force attempts to retain it's outstanding and well-trained fighter pilots. [35:30] What things the general loved about being a fighter pilot. [45:15] The importance of having nuclear weapons on station.

Marc and Al were joined by frequent guest, Josh Blain for a night of hangar flying.  The conversation started with Josh's pursuit of an airline job, as Al and Marc surfed the web for salaries, hiring packages, and other relevant info.  It was Marc's turn next as he described a recent experience in which he had a loss of instrumentation, which resulted in a momentary loss of orientation.  Very educational and a reminder for us all.  Other topics include a discussion of ATC privatization, an explanation of the snowflake symbol on approach charts, and other items that usually come up while hangar flying.  So hop aboard and take a seat and let us know what you want to talk about.Blue Skies and Tailwinds

  It's hard to believe we've been on the air for three years.  Proof that we are true avgeeks and that we love doing our show.     Tonight's show was one stream of consciousness covering Oshkosh, current events, training, a look back at the past three years and what one can only describe as Hangar Flying.  Many listeners tell us this type of show is their favorite as it makes you feel like you're sitting in the hangar talking "pilot" stuff with no goal other than putting a smile on your face and a warmth that flows through your veins.     We thank all of you for being part of our family and look forward to growing and maturing together over the next several years..   Blue Skies and Tailwinds!!!

By Hangar Flying - Hangar Flying Podcast Welcome back to the Hangar Flying podcast. In this episode, our pilots answer some listener questions about noises you hear during boarding and inflight. We also discuss some piloting news including: Turbulence still hurts people Steve should work for the NTSB Dropping flight bags for ipads Do you have a question about noises on the airplane? If so, let us know! Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants only and do not reflect the views of their employers.

By Hangar Flying - Hangar Flying Podcast Channel 9 on United Airlines inflight entertainment system has always been patched through to the pilots conversation with air traffic control.  In this episode of Hangar Flying our pilots discuss their ATC communication while taxing to and from the gate. They explain runway and taxiway naming and their first experiences talking with ATC.  Taxiway Alpha sign: Taxiway Bravo to the right

By Hangar Flying - Hangar Flying Podcast On this episode of Hangar Flying we are joined by Alex Turnbull of the Wakatipu Aero Club in Queenstown, New Zealand to discuss mountain flying and more. Gabrielle is off on vacation this week so Saul graciously stepped in to co-host this week's episode. We discuss: Flying the Pitts Special Mountain Flying Beach Operations Training New Zealand piloting requirements and whether or not to eat a big meal before aeroplane aerobatics If you are a pilot, air traffic controller, or other individual involved in airline or aircraft operations we would love to have you join us on a future episode. Contact us on on the link above. Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers.

In this episode of the Jetiquette Podcast we discuss making your time at your destination airport more enjoyable and stress free. This week we are joined by Gabrielle from the Hangar Flying pilot podcast. We recorded this episode a few weeks ago and discussed the news at that time. As we saw recently with the A380 clipping the regional jet - stay seated! You can use your phone while taxing, but be courteous If you checked your bag - stay seated - plenty of people watching, and keep yourself out of the falling bag danger zone from clumsy customers

In this episode of the Jetiquette Podcast we discuss making your time at your destination airport more enjoyable and stress free. This week we are joined by Gabrielle from the Hangar Flying pilot podcast. We recorded this episode a few weeks ago and discussed the news at that time. As we saw recently with the A380 clipping the regional jet - stay seated! You can use your phone while taxing, but be courteous If you checked your bag - stay seated - plenty of people watching, and keep yourself out of the falling bag danger zone from clumsy customers

By Hangar Flying - Hangar Flying Podcast In this inaugural episode of Hangar Flying, join two of upgrd.com's favorite pilots - Gabrielle and Steve - to discuss all types of piloting topics. In this first pilot podcast we are joined by Will to discuss Secrets Pilots Won't Tell You Airplanes bumping at the gate Our panelists first solo flights, hours for soloing and more... If you're a pilot and would like to join us on a future episode, please email us at pilot@upgrd.com. Thanks for listening! Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers.